Michigan Chronicle

01/13/2026

of and of the sat down at this morning to preview Michigan Chronicle's upcoming .

The Chronicle is partnering with the Auto Show to kick off our 21st season of P&P this Thursday, Jan. 15, at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit.

Tickets are still available at MichiganChronicle.com/pancakesandpolitics, but they're going quickly. (And watch until the end to see the panel for this Thursday!)

01/10/2026

said during last night's gala that her administration will establish a new office dedicated to tackling and .

The announcement of the new office is scheduled to take place on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.

01/09/2026

In Mary Sheffield's first press conference following her public swearing-in, she talked about prioritizing and families, neighborhoods, and the need for cohesive and collaborative government.

01/09/2026

Mary Sheffield is sworn in as the 76th of Detroit (and the city's first woman mayor) at the Investiture Ceremony in front of a packed audience at the .

01/08/2026

As the nation prepares to shine a spotlight on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as part of the annual celebrations of the civil rights leader’s birthday, Brown University historian and Africana Studies professor Dr. Keisha N. Blain — who will give the keynote address at Wayne State University’s Martin Luther King Day Tribute on Jan. 16 — will turn her attention to the countless women who toiled largely in obscurity and behind the scenes to make the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and ‘60s a success. Blain explained her approach in a recent Q&A. To read the Q&A, and for more about how WSU honors not only Dr. King but the many women who helped drive the struggle for equality, check out the latest edition of EngageD, the Wayne State University community engagement newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/e9rdhba2

01/08/2026

🥞🏛️ Pancakes & Politics is back — and live from the 2026 !

Michigan Chronicle kicks off the 21st season of its signature Pancakes & Politics series with a special Detroit Auto Show Edition on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. at Huntington Place.

Join us for a powerful conversation, “Moving Our Regional Economy Forward,” featuring:
• Jared Fleisher, CEO, Bedrock
• Warren C. Evans, Wayne County Executive
• Chris Thomas, Co-founder & Partner, Assembly Ventures

🎤 Moderated by Dennis Archer Jr.

From mobility and EV infrastructure to regional growth and economic inclusion, this timely discussion brings together leaders shaping Detroit, Michigan, and the global auto industry at a pivotal moment.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at michiganchronicle.com/pancakesandpolitics — space is limited.

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12/23/2025

Start the year where Detroit’s power, progress, and policy come together.

The Michigan Chronicle Pancakes & Politics – Auto Show Edition returns on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at Huntington Place, bringing together automotive giants, policymakers, industry leaders, and community influencers for one of the most consequential conversations of the year.

This special edition sets the tone for 2025 with bold dialogue on the future of mobility, manufacturing, innovation, and economic growth—served alongside Detroit’s favorite morning tradition. Expect pancakes and perspective as influential voices share insights that will shape the automotive landscape and Michigan’s role on the global stage.

Hosted by the Michigan Chronicle, this is more than a breakfast—it’s a front-row seat to the conversations that matter most.

Seats fill quickly. Secure your individual tickets or reserve a table today at https://michiganchronicle.com/pancakespoliticsautoshow.

12/22/2025

What does healing look like where you live? What still needs to change? We’re listening.
➡️ https://www.Pollmonkey.com/r/85ZXHXR

12/18/2025

Midtown’s Detroit Artists Market (DAM) prides itself on connecting artists, collectors and communities, while also serving as a conduit and curator of Wayne State University alumni. DAM’s entire staff is composed of James Pearson Duffy Department of Art, Art History, and Design alumni. For more on how WSU alumni uplift and impact the arts in our communities, check out the latest edition of EngageD, the Wayne State University community engagement newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3s5ptwy6

12/16/2025

What does healing look like where you live? What still needs to change? We’re listening.
➡️ https://www.Pollmonkey.com/r/85ZXHXR

12/16/2025

By now, many people locally and across the world have heard of the good-natured response by Joshua Threatt -- walking a 6-year-old girl to school when he found her walking alone outside in frigid temperatures on Detroit's west side. Here's a little bit more from Joshua and how he became to be the man we all saw him spring into action when he saw a child in distress.

Detroit Man’s Split-Second Instinct Turns into Heroic Moment for 6-Year-Old Girl

12/11/2025

Throughout life, the human body and brain constantly adapt to experience and environments. Wayne State researchers across disciplines not only study these influences but develop solutions to improve lifelong health and well-being in Detroit and beyond. This collective effort is a focus of Wayne State’s Grand Challenges initiative. For more about the Grand Challenges effort and its potential impact on our communities, check out the latest edition of EngageD, the Wayne State University community engagement newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3festrk9